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The disrespect is crazy No wonder Fernando left - Fans react to Alpine CEO s remarks denying Fernando Alonso a contract extension

By Gunaditya Tripathi Modified 29 Sep 2022 Follow Us Comment Share Laurent Rossi, CEO of Alpine F1 talks in the Team Principals Press Conference prior to final practice ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of Miami at the Miami International Autodrome on May 07, 2022 in Miami, Florida. (Photo by Clive Mason/Getty Images) Fernando Alonso announced during the summer break that he would be moving to Aston Martin after spending two years with Alpine. He will be replacing Sebastian Vettel, who announced his retirement prior. Alonso has been a consistent point-scorer for the team and has helped them get ahead of McLaren this season. However, Alpine CEO Laurent Rossi revealed that even if the Spaniard had planned to stay with the team, his age would have been a barrier. "For me, he is one of the best drivers of all time. But he is 41 years old. In two years, he will be 43. You can't plan that far ahead." "At this age, the slump can come from one year to the next." Fernando Alonso returned to Formula 1 with the team last season and had a surprisingly fair season. He managed to pull off a podium at the Qatar Grand Prix. This year has been going well for him too; both him and Esteban Ocon have scored enough points to top McLaren for fourth place in the constructors' standings. Having won two world championship titles in his long career, Fernando Alonso is one of the most beloved figures in F1. Rossi's comments about his age thus triggered many fans and reactions quickly filled up Twitter. Take a look: dystainak@dystainak@formularacers_ The disrespect is crazy9@formularacers_ The disrespect is crazy Tony Bright@bri17373298@formularacers_ ‘The slump can come from one year to the next’ ?‍ no wonder Fernando left ,that is seriously disrespectful to the driver(Renault’s only champion) who has been so consistent43@formularacers_ ‘The slump can come from one year to the next’ ?‍ no wonder Fernando left ,that is seriously disrespectful to the driver(Renault’s only champion) who has been so consistent Sam Morton@ELNeneSamito@footballintere4 @formularacers_ Seems a bit bitter Alonso left44@footballintere4 @formularacers_ Seems a bit bitter Alonso left Gino Morillo Morales@GMM1702@formularacers_ Yet there's a very good chance a hypothetically slightly 'slumpy' Alonso might still be better than the next Alpine driver. 12@formularacers_ Yet there's a very good chance a hypothetically slightly 'slumpy' Alonso might still be better than the next Alpine driver. Thornament@Thornament_PC@formularacers_ Honestly Rossi is the most toxic person in F1 right now, he just can't comprehend that his two talents left him, so now he's just being unprofessional3@formularacers_ Honestly Rossi is the most toxic person in F1 right now, he just can't comprehend that his two talents left him, so now he's just being unprofessional Timo Tee @USMCimracer@formularacers_ Doesn't look like he's slumping anytime soon. Thank God he left. You didn't deserve him Rossi.1@formularacers_ Doesn't look like he's slumping anytime soon. Thank God he left. You didn't deserve him Rossi.

Alpine forced to find a replacement for Fernando Alonso

Since Fernando Alonso decided to part ways with the team, they have been looking for a potential replacement. This was once thought to be Oscar Piastri, but the deal was called off by the Australian and he signed a contract with McLaren, replacing Daniel Ricciardo post this season. Many candidates seem to be available for the seat, including Mick Schumacher and Daniel Ricciardo. However, the team might opt for Pierre Gasly, considering his pace and experience. This would help them work on their future plans as they hope to clinch a championship in the next five years. They are on a steady course to become championship contenders. The outfit has already outwitted the likes of McLaren and could soon aim to challenge leading teams like Mercedes, Ferrari, and possibly Red Bull. The new enforcement of budget caps will certainly benefit the French team as they'll have the opportunity to contend on a more level playing field with the frontrunning powerhouses. What's your favorite race of the 2022 season so far? Tell us in the comments below.. Poll : 0 votes Quick Links More from Sportskeeda Edited by Nicolaas Ackermann × Feedback Thank You! Be the first one to comment Follow Us Share Show More Comments GIF Comment in moderation 0 0 Reply x Edit Delete Delete the comment? No thanks Delete GIF Cancel Update GIF Cancel Reply ❮ ❯ GIF Comment in moderation 0 0 Reply x Edit Delete Delete the comment? No thanks Delete GIF Cancel Update GIF Cancel Reply ❮ ❯ Be the first one to comment on this story More from Sportskeeda Fetching more content... 1 Manage your profile Editing Story Queue Video Queue Editing Stats Writer Home SEO Redirection Admin Wiki Edits Taxonomy Home Edit Site Menu Mapping Dashboard Tag Pages Community Social Feed Queue Feed Center Notification Center Affiliate Home Manage Pages Bottom Tagline Dash Timeless Stories Logout No Results Found Get the free App now Manage notifications Popular ‍ Sports (30+) CricketCricket HomeScheduleT20 World CupT20 warm upIND vs SAENG vs PAKAUS vs ENGLegends LeagueECS T10 CroatiaWBBL 2022ECC T10SMAT 2022Bukhatir LeagueNZ T20 Tri-SeriesWomen's Asia Cup 2022ECT10 FootballFootball HomeNewslettersSK Experts ScheduleEPLNations LeagueLa LigaLigue 1Champions LeagueFIFA WCMLS Bundesliga Serie A WWEWWE HomeNewslettersRumor RoundupRAWSmackDownResultsRosterChampionsWWE Crown Jewel 2022PPV ScheduleAEW EsportsEsports HomeMinecraftOverwatch 2RobloxGenshin ImpactFortniteGTAStreamersFree FirePUBGValorantBGMIPop CultureAnimeGaming TechWiki Guides TennisTennis HomeTennis calendarTennis Results TodayATP RankingsWTA RankingsRoger FedererRafael NadalNovak DjokovicSerena Williams MMAMMA HomeUFC NewsONE ChampionshipUFC Fight NightScheduleRankingsResultsUFC Fights TonightONE Championship ResultsONE Championship ScheduleONE Championship Rankings KabaddiKabaddi HomePKL 2022PKL SchedulePKL Points TableKabaddi Rules WikiWiki HomeMinecraft WikiNaruto WikiTikTok WikiYoutube WikiGTA WikiTerraria WikiOne Piece Wiki MoreSportsBasketballIndian FootballNFLMinecraftFormula 1NascarPop CultureCollege FootballHockeyGolfAthleticsBadmintonGymnasticsWrestlingSwimmingTennisShootingBoxingArcheryWinter SportsRobloxFree PicksSkateboardingKho KhoLifestyle LINKS About Us Write For Us Policies Editorial Standards Journalism Awards Fact Check Affiliate Program Careers CSR Privacy Policy Contact Us Edition: English हिन्दी